3 Penbeagle Road, Te Kowhai, Hamilton, Waikato

A relaxing, comfortable and enticing lifestyle choice, this modern home is full of country chic and evokes feelings of nostalgia. Located close to Te Kowhai village and school, this big slice of rural paradise has chocolate-box looks and the whole package of house and garden is put together in stunning style.

Built in 2022 by Alena Homes, the house reflects the company's penchant for recreating the feel and charm of old villas within a modern context. Professionally designed English cottage gardens and recycled brick pathways complement the home to perfection, and the architecture and landscaping are eye-catching to say the least. Once here, it's difficult to leave.

From the north-facing aspect and extensive double-glazing to the soaring 2.7m high stud, the positioning of the rooms and the indoor-outdoor flow, everything about the home has been carefully considered. Its generous 284sqm interior is bright and airy, and the décor is superb. Australian blackbutt fixed timber flooring is a feature of the large open plan living zone and the entertainer's kitchen is a showpiece of brass pendant lighting, engineered stone tops, an island breakfast bar, a large walk-in pantry, Falcon classic induction cooker and instant hot water tap. Both formal and open living areas flow onto a louvred, all-weather patio.

There's a three-bedroom wing for children and a dreamy master wing for parents, with outdoor access. Bedrooms are spacious, individualised and have boxed window seats with storage. The compartmentalised main bathroom works brilliantly for a busy family and the luxe ensuite boasts a walk-in tiled shower with a rainhead fitting. Brass fixtures and fittings, and creative tiling, make both bathrooms stand out from the crowd. A powder room caters for guests.

Quality soft wool carpet is luxurious underfoot, window treatments are top quality, and zoned central air-conditioning is ducted throughout. The home is full of clever extras and will delight the most fastidious buyers.